James K Kelley

Title: James K. Kelley and His Ceiling-System Patents.

Introduction

James K. Kelley is an inventor associated with Lancaster, Pennsylvania. His work focuses on ceiling systems and the mechanisms used to mount and secure ceiling panels. Kelley is credited with 2 patents and is associated with AWI Licensing Company.

Latest Patents

Kelley’s patent, “Panel and Mounting Mechanism,” describes a ceiling system with a grid framework and downwardly accessible panels. Mounting members reinforce each panel, form cavities that receive grid elements, and help position the panels accurately. The design conceals visual indications of how a panel can be removed.

His patent, “Suspension System and Structure for Securing Border Ceiling Panels,” concerns a structure for attaching panels to suspended-ceiling systems. Horizontal surfaces and vertical sections connect the border structure to suspension elements and support the panel. A spring hold-down clip helps prevent unintended panel displacement during a seismic event.

Career Highlights

Kelley’s listed inventions address practical aspects of ceiling construction, including panel alignment, concealed access, and secure installation. These designs reflect an emphasis on combining structural support with a finished appearance.

Collaborations

Kelley’s listed coworkers include Eric Nathan Krantz-Lilienthal and Peter P. Arena, Jr. His association with AWI Licensing Company provides additional context for his work on ceiling-system technologies.

Conclusion

James K. Kelley’s two patents focus on mounting and securing ceiling panels, with features intended to support accurate installation, concealed access, and stability.